Discussions

Discussion 1: Mill/Singer

For the discussion, complete these tasks:

1. Answer the discussion prompt in 6-8 sentences.

Discussion prompt: Imagine that a group of utilitarians was debating whether or not to support the creation of a permanent human colony on Mars. What are some of the pleasures and pains they would identify as relevant to the decision? And what do you think would be the ultimate consensus of the group?

Discussion 2: Mill/Singer

For the discussion, complete these tasks:

1. Answer the discussion prompt in 6-8 sentences. Link to a page from the  Giving What We Can (Links to an external site.) website as part of your answer.

Discussion prompt: The  Giving What We Can (Links to an external site.) website was inspired by Peter Singer’s views and has a number of facts and ideas related to his arguments. Describe something that stands out to you on the website and how it relates to the Singer reading.

Some parts of the website to consider are  Myths about Aid and Charity (Links to an external site.),  Giving Recommendations (Links to an external site.), and  How Rich Am I?